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Description
Affinia is the UK’s largest purpose-led, purpose-built Accountancy firm, focused on building stronger, more valuable relationships. With over 1,000 colleagues across the East, South East, London and the Midlands, we are dedicated to supporting our clients, colleagues and communities.
We advise businesses, public sector organisations, charities and individuals throughout the UK and internationally across six Service Lines - Accountancy & Advisory, Tax and Planning, Audit & Assurance, Corporate Finance, Payroll and Corporate Recovery. Our team also offer in-depth sector expertise across a number of sectors, ensuring our clients receive the best short to medium and long-term advice, tailored to them. We are committed to delivering excellence in every aspect of our work, adapting to the evolving technology and regulatory landscape while consistently exceeding client expectations.
Our people are our most valuable asset. We are therefore committed to supporting our colleagues throughout their professional development, providing guidance and training at whatever stage of their career they join us.
Real people. Real growth. Real difference.
Location: London
Purpose Of The Role
As a Corporate Tax Partner, you will lead our London-based corporate tax team, providing strategic direction, technical expertise, and exceptional client service. You will be responsible for managing complex tax compliance and advisory projects, developing new business, and mentoring senior staff. You will work closely with other partners and stakeholders to drive growth and innovation in our tax practice.
Accountabilities
- Lead and grow the corporate tax team, setting strategic direction and ensuring technical excellence
- Deliver high-level corporate tax compliance and advisory services across a diverse client portfolio
- Provide expert guidance on complex tax matters including restructuring, M&A, and international tax
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor
- Drive business development by identifying new opportunities, nurturing leads, and converting prospects into long-term clients
- Collaborate with other partners and departments to deliver integrated, cross-functional solutions
- Represent the firm at industry events, networking forums, and thought leadership platforms
- Mentor and develop senior tax professionals, fostering a high-performance culture
- Stay ahead of legislative changes and HMRC developments, ensuring the team remains technically current
- Contribute to the firm’s strategic growth and profitability through proactive client engagement and market insight
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Skills/Qualifications
- Proven track record of advising on complex corporate tax matters, including international tax, transfer pricing, and M&A tax structuring.
- Experience with tax technology platforms and data analytics tools to enhance client service delivery.
- Demonstrated success in building and maintaining long-term client relationships across a range of industries.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify and convert new business opportunities.
- Experience in leading client pitches and proposals, particularly for large corporates or multinational groups.
- Experience mentoring and developing junior staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate effectively with other service lines (e.g., audit, advisory).
- Membership in relevant professional bodies (e.g., ICAEW, CIOT).
- Ability to navigate cultural differences and work effectively with global teams and clients.
- Ability to multitask under pressure and to lead others.
Core Benefits
At Affinia, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits:
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- 30 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays (Sept-Aug).
- Auto enrolment Pension Scheme with True Potential
- Private Medical Insurance
- Death in Service
- Professional membership support
- Paycare – claim money back for Dental / Optical / Professional Therapies
- Agile/Hybrid Working Policy
- Dress for your Diary Policy
Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested.
Affinia is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion, or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit.
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Affinia will use the personal data you provide for recruitment purposes, including assessing suitability, communicating with you, arranging interviews, and completing pre-employment checks. Our lawful bases include contractual necessity, legal obligations, and our legitimate interests in managing recruitment.
For full details on how we handle personal data, please see our Privacy Policy: https://www.affinia.co.uk/privacy-policy/
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